Original Cause: A Review of the Evidence
The concept of an original cause has been a topic of debate for centuries. Writers, scientists, and theologians have all posed questions about the origin of the universe and the beginning of life. In this review, we will examine the various theories of the original cause and evaluate the evidence for each.
The first theory of the original cause is the Big Bang theory. This theory hypothesizes that the universe began with a rapid expansion of matter and energy from a single point in space (Lemonick, 2010). The Big Bang theory has been supported by a variety of observations, including the discovery of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) radiation, which is thought to be remnants of the original explosion (Planck Collaboration, 2013).
The second theory of the original cause is the Steady State theory. This theory proposes that the universe has always existed and does not require a beginning (Lemonick, 2010). The Steady State theory has been supported by observations of distant galaxies, which appear to be the same age and composition regardless of their distance from Earth (Longair, 2003).
The third theory of the original cause is the Divine Creation theory. This theory hypothesizes that the universe was created by a supernatural being (Lemonick, 2010). Proponents of this theory point to religious texts, such as the Bible, as evidence of the divine origin of the universe (Genesis 1-2).
In conclusion, there is no definitive answer to the question of the original cause. Each of the theories has evidence to support it, and the debate continues to be an area of active research.
References
Genesis 1-2. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis+1-2&version=ESV
Lemonick, M. (2010). Was there a beginning of time? Scientific American, 303(5), 40-47.
Longair, M. (2003). Our evolving universe. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
Planck Collaboration. (2013). Planck 2013 results. I: Overview of products and scientific results. Astronomy & Astrophysics, 571, 1-29. doi:10.1051/0004-6361/201321529